Cheese Ambassador, Boston Public Market

Cause Areas

When

It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.

Where

100 Hanover St.Boston, MA02110

About

Overview

The Cheese Ambassador Volunteer position is an exciting and educational opportunity for outgoing individuals who are interested in learning the intricacies of cheese, dairy and the local food movement in Boston and sharing it with the extensive and diverse audience of visitors to the Boston Public Market. Volunteers should have an interest in learning the skills of describing flavors and understanding pairings. With these skills, volunteers will be responsible for ensuring both a positive and engaging experience for customers at the Boston Public Market.

Reports too:

Shop Manager, Appleton Farm Booth (primary)

Shopkeepers, Appleton Farm Booth(secondary)

Commitment

4 hour shift once per week for six months

Benefits

Beyond becoming a part of an exciting organization and the dynamic Boston Public Market, volunteers receive a 30% discount on Shop purchases on their shift day, membership rates/discounts for KITCHEN @ The Boston Public Market programs, as well as networking and professional development opportunities within the local food community and The Trustees.

Responsibilities

Engage with Shopkeepers and Shop Manager to participate in ongoing education about flavors, pairings and how to make tasting experiences memorable.

Support Shopkeepers and Shop Manager in providing excellent customer service and engagement during the busiest times of the market.

Keep the workspace clean at all times.

Support set-up maintenance and breakdown product displays.

Connect the Dairy Booth with the Trustees-managed related programming at the Boston Public Market Kitchen.